Fr Peter McVerry has launched two new degree programmes at NUI Galway. The BA in Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice is an enhanced version of the former BA in Youth and Family Studies and is delivered full-time over four years. It includes a supervised eight-month work placement in third year. The BA in Community, Youth and Family Studies is a sister programme of the afore-mentioned degree and is part-time.

Speaking at the launch Fr Peter McVerry said: “Children, youth and family are the basis of society but we tend to think that they can function without any learning or supports or help, and that the family can look after itself. I think it is hugely important that we invest in supporting families, in supporting children that are struggling. It is vital for the full well-being of society, so programmes like this are essential. For further information on both of these programmes, visit http://www.nuigalway.ie/youthandfamilystudies and http://www.nuigalway.ie/adult-learning/courses/community-education.